Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds ’ surprise gift of 100 signed DVDs to a British dad will go towards raising funds for research into a blood disorder called ITP. The actor visited 45-year-old Rob Clarke’s Mad4Movies entertainment store in Wrexham, North Wales with It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia star Rob McElhenney last year following their purchase of Wrexham FC. They struck up a conversation with Rob and also spoke to his sons Henry and Charlie who suffers from ITP – a condition that can cause easy bruising, bleeding gums and internal bleeding in sufferers. ‘They [Ryan and Rob] signed some DVDs, including a Green Lantern one which Ryan jokingly admitted wasn’t his finest work – he wasn’t afraid to have a laugh at himself.’ However, dad Rob was stunned when he later received a message from Ryan – who is married to former Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively – saying he was going to send him a gift. He posted on Facebook on Saturday: ‘Just when you think things … [Read more...] about Ryan Reynolds’ unexpected gift to Wrexham fan set to raise big money for charity
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I’m a credit card expert – how to avoid getting stung by the interest rate rise
THE Bank of England last week hiked interest rates to 1.75%, the biggest increase in 27 years - but what does that mean for your credit card debt? Millions of people struggling in the cost of living crisis may be tempted to take on more debt to cover the cost of essentials - but it's important to understand how rising rates could affect you. Generally, interest rates on credit card are variable, which means they go up and down - but they aren't usually linked to the base rate set by the Bank of England . However credit card rates have been increasing in recent months , and may well go up again as interest rates going to climb. This means that you could end up paying more if the interest on your card goes up. The ideal way to use a credit card is to clear the balance in full every month as this way you don't start paying interest - but this isn't always possible. Read more in Money RED CARD The most expensive debit and credit … [Read more...] about I’m a credit card expert – how to avoid getting stung by the interest rate rise
Hundreds of thousands of parents could have child benefit STOPPED if they don’t take action now
HUNDREDS of thousands of parents of 16-year-olds or older could have their child benefit payments stopped unless they take action soon. Those with children aged 16 to 19 who are continuing in full-time education must let HMRC know before August 31 or risk losing ongoing payments. This applies if you have a teenager who turned 16 this year or whose birthday is before August 31. Families that miss the deadline in just a few weeks will automatically lose the benefit for their child. The payments are worth £21.80 a week if your eldest child has turned 16 or £14.45 per week if it's a middle or younger child. So, all in all that means parents and carers could lose over £1,100 next year if they don't get in touch with the tax man. Read more in Benefits HELPING HAND Millions on legacy benefits given fresh hope over payout that could be £1,500 HELPING HAND When will I get £650 cost of living payments? All the key dates … [Read more...] about Hundreds of thousands of parents could have child benefit STOPPED if they don’t take action now
Publix distances itself from heiress Julie Jenkins Fancelli after report of Jan. 6 rally funding
Supermarket chain Publix is seemingly trying to distance itself from heiress Julie Jenkins Fancelli, who is one of Publix's founder George W. Jenkins' seven children, following reports that she was a key funder in the January 6 rally , which culminated in rioters storming the United States Capitol. According to a Wall Street Journal article published Saturday morning, Fancelli "paid for the lion's share of the roughly $500,000 rally at the Ellipse," which former President Donald Trump spoke at. She reportedly contributed about $300,000 to the rally, while far-right web show host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones pitched in about $50,000. The WSJ report says that Fancelli had reached out to Jones about contributing and that the heiress also had a hand in selecting organizers such as fundraising official Caroline Wren. Following the article's publication, some people called on Publix for a response to the heiress' reported involvement. From the @PublixHelps account on … [Read more...] about Publix distances itself from heiress Julie Jenkins Fancelli after report of Jan. 6 rally funding
Netflix vs Disney+ vs Prime Video: Which streaming service is worth the price?
Should you pick Disney Plus, Netflix or Prime Video? (Image: NETFLIX • PRIME VIDEO • WALT DISNEY • GETTY) This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Struggling to find something to watch? A streaming service can be an affordable way to unlock hundreds of new TV shows, documentaries, sports fixtures (in some cases) and blockbuster movies. Streaming platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ are all available with rolling monthly contracts so, unlike some of the best Sky TV deals around, you will be able to cancel at any time – making these streamers incredibly flexible. But with news of an incoming Amazon Prime price rise in the UK – the first time costs have increased since 2014, which streaming service offers the ultimate value for money? Netflix remains the most popular, with 220 million subscribers worldwide. Despite huge success with its latest season of Stranger Things, which is … [Read more...] about Netflix vs Disney+ vs Prime Video: Which streaming service is worth the price?
Wimbledon final 2022 betting tips, predictions, latest odds and FREE BETS for Djokovic vs Kyrgios today
NOVAK DJOKOVIC faces Nick Kyrgios in what should be a dramatic Wimbledon final today. Kyrgios was given a walkover in the semis after Rafael Nadal withdrew while Novak Djokovic overcame Cameron Norrie. Djokovic is the big favourite at 2/7 with Kyrgios 5/2. Yesterday saw Elena Rybakina win her first slam against Ons Jabeur. Wimbledon odds – men’s ( Betfair ) Novak Djokovic: 2/7 Nick Kyrgios: 5/2 WIMBLEDON LIVE - FOLLOW ALL THE ACTION FROM SW19 FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS SUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAY Wimbledon predictions - pre tournament Picking a winner from the women’s challengers feel a lot harder than the men’s where it’s incredibly tough to look beyond Djokovic. He is the sport’s dominant force and it feels like only a boycott or injury could stop him defending his crown this year. Medvedev won’t be in South-West London and the others look some way short of really challenging Djokovic … [Read more...] about Wimbledon final 2022 betting tips, predictions, latest odds and FREE BETS for Djokovic vs Kyrgios today
Fare comparison: The pros and cons to consider when booking domestic flights
When booking a domestic flight, for many of us, nabbing the cheapest possible fare is our top priority. But sometimes paying more upfront can work out more cost-effective in the long run, should your travel plans change. Be warned, though – a “flexible” fare might not be as flexible as it appears, and sometimes a “refundable” fare doesn't actually mean you’ll get your money back. Here’s a guide to the domestic fare types offered by Air New Zealand and Jetstar, and the pros and cons of each. READ MORE: The truth about airfares and why they can be so expensive The truth about flexible airfares and flight credits What are your rights when your flight is cancelled? Air New Zealand Seat/Seat+Bag Pros: - This is the cheapest option – especially if you opt for seat only (a checked bag will cost $20 extra per leg, or $40 for the return journey). - You’ll earn Airpoints (unless it’s a Grabaseat Greenlight deal, or you pay using Airpoints dollars) and status … [Read more...] about Fare comparison: The pros and cons to consider when booking domestic flights
The 130,000 Bucks That Stopped Everywhere
Harry Truman had a sign on his desk that read, “The Buck Stops Here.” On Wednesday, Donald Trump’s newest attorney, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, went on Fox News to address the $130,000 bucks that seem to stop everywhere. Days before the 2016 presidential election, the porn actress Stormy Daniels received that six-figure sum from Trump’s then-attorney, Michael Cohen, for ceasing to tell the public that she and Trump once had adulterous sex. Did the money come from Trump or the Trump campaign? On February 13, Cohen, who facilitated the transaction using a trumporg.com email address , told The New York Times in a statement, “I used my own personal funds to facilitate a payment of $130,000 … Neither the Trump Organization nor the Trump campaign was a party to the transaction with Ms. Clifford, and neither reimbursed me for the payment, either directly or indirectly.” On March 6, 2018, White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said , “there was no … [Read more...] about The 130,000 Bucks That Stopped Everywhere
Susan Edmunds: How a small change can save you tens of thousands on your home loan
Mortgage rates are rising, which means the amount you can save by making higher-than-the-minimum repayments is increasing fast, too. Shorter-term fixed home loan rates have increased from about 2% last year to around 5%. While some banks have cut rates in recent days , the general trend is still up. But there are still ways that you can save significant amounts of money on your loan. READ MORE: New Zealanders with home loans cash in on low rates Here's how you might be able to keep on top of your home loan Forget the resolutions, here are five money changes to make at any time of the year If you can afford to make any amount of payment above the minimum set by your bank, it will make a significant difference to the overall cost of your home loan. Most modern mortgages are set up as table loans. The closer you are to when you took the home loan out, the greater proportion of your payment goes to interest costs. As you go through the years, more of the … [Read more...] about Susan Edmunds: How a small change can save you tens of thousands on your home loan
The Soviet Family
on the World Today IN the first years after the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917, Russian leaders believed that by removing both the legal and economic bonds of family life they would make possible the development of “true monogamy” and “true family unity.” This conception underlay the Soviet Family Code of 1926, in which both marriage and divorce were made a matter of private agreement. Marriage was treated in law as a de facto relationship; registration of marriage, although encouraged, was not essential. Similarly, divorce could be accomplished merely by factual separation — although, again, the husband or wife was encouraged to notify the Bureau of Vital Statistics, at least bypostcard. The liberalization of marriage and divorce was part of a larger program leading to the ultimate “withering away of the family”— that is, of the family as a legal and economic institution. Inheritance was at first declared to be abolished, and was later reintroduced with very severe … [Read more...] about The Soviet Family